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How to Play Sokoban

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Understand the basics of Sokoban

Make Sokoban your next activity in the game library. Push every crate onto a target. Look at what changes after your first action. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.

Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.

A focus for your next round

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Keep the objective visible.

What you need to achieve

Push every crate onto a target. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

The order of play

  1. Move through empty floor.
  2. Push one crate into empty space.
  3. Never pull or push two at once.
  4. Undo a deadlock and continue.

Input guidance

Arrow keys or direction buttons. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. A new-round button replaces the current round.

See the idea in action

A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Take a moment to compare.

An important reminder

Consider the player’s access behind crates. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.

If you are unsure

While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Sokoban?

Here is the relevant explanation: Push every crate onto a target.

When I return, how do I control Sokoban?

Keep this in mind: Arrow keys or direction buttons.

When I return, what example helps explain Sokoban?

Here is the relevant explanation: A crate in a non-target corner cannot be recovered by pulling.

What should I watch out for in Sokoban?

Consider the player’s access behind crates.

On this playing page, what format does Sokoban offer?

Keep this in mind: Push two crates onto their targets in compact 7×7 rooms. The starting layouts can be solved; an unhelpful push may still trap a crate.

As a new player, which play mode does Sokoban use?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

For a quick reminder, where should I start with Sokoban?

Move through empty floor.

When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Sokoban?

The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

As a new player, how can I find Sokoban again?

Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

When I return, how do I report an issue with Sokoban?

For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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